Veterinary Surgeon- Exotic companion animals

Here at Ashleigh Vets, we are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly supportive team. This is a unique opportunity to experience a wide range of exotic species within an experienced and supportive environment.

We work with many local colleges, charities, and private collections of exotic companion animals, as well as wildlife. This enables our exotics team to enjoy contact with a varied exotic caseload on a daily basis.

You will be working mainly with the exotics team, joining our existing 4 exotics vets within our fully equipped exotic's suite. We currently have 2 certificate holders, and 2 further vets in the middle of their exotic's certificates. We are also lucky to have several nurses with the Certificate in Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Species. We aim to provide up to date, evidence based treatment and are actively involved in presenting and publishing in this field.

We are well equipped with all the facilities needed to provide the best modern treatment for the well-being and comfort of our patients. Our equipment includes digital X-ray, video endoscopy, ultrasound etc. We have a very good reputation in the region drawing clients and referrals from a wide area.

Ashleigh Vets currently has twelve Veterinary Surgeons, eleven Registered Veterinary Nurses, three Trainee Nurses, seven Auxiliary Veterinary Nurses, eight Receptionists and a Practice Manager.
We are a very friendly and welcoming team. Meeting up outside of work was very common before covid, but we have started to do that again!

The rota:
4 days a week, 1 weekend (mornings only) in 5 - 6, Shift patterns on weekdays are a mix of 9 - 4 and 9 - 7. There is a separate out of hours team, but you will be 2nd on call one day a week and one weekend in 5 primarily for advise for the out of hours vet or nurse.
The hours are flexible but most of the team do a 4-day week.

Experience, or a keen interest in working with exotic species
. Must be a team player who is keen to learn, and in turn support others in this process
. And finally. Some would say most importantly-Must be friendly, and able to have a laugh too!

Benefits - Subject to Pro Rata:
Enhanced holiday entitlement and increasing holiday based on length of service
CPD paid days and allowance
L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
Private Medical Insurance
BVA Membership paid
VDS cover
Birthday leave
Discounted veterinary fees
Various discounts including retail & gym memberships
Cycle to Work scheme
Service-related company sick pay
Sponsorship for overseas employees
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Relocation packages
Career progression opportunities

The Salary will be up to £50,000 depending on experience and certification.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing a little about yourself

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £60,000.00 per year,

• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• Private medical insurance


• Relocation assistance


• Sick pay


Schedule:

• Day shift


• Monday to Friday


• Weekend availability


Work Location: In person